U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Preparations for a 30-foot-tall border wall are underway at Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge. Crews from Spencer Construction are cutting grass and brush on the southside of the levee, where U.S. Customs and Border Protection has designated the wall's location.

An 11-year-old girl went missing after a boat ride in Lake Erie following the discovery of a deceased man near Mienke’s Marina in Ohio. The babysitter survived and provided information to authorities, while search crews, including the Coast Guard, continue efforts to locate the child.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Norfolk seized kitchen cabinets imported from China on June 23, which were deliberately mismanifested and undervalued to evade duties. The cabinets, appraised at over $120,000, were destined for Los Angeles and initially inspected on May 18.

Border officers discovered 58 pounds of methamphetamine, valued at over half a million dollars, hidden in a black SUV with secret compartments at the Paso Del Norte Port of Entry in El Paso, Texas. The vehicle, arriving from Mexico, was inspected by CBP on June 18.

Border officers in South Texas intercepted 7,000 pounds of meth worth tens of millions of dollars from a chemical shipment, according to a U.S. Customs and Border Protection news release. The seizure occurred in El Paso, Texas.

Border officers in South Texas intercepted 7,000 pounds of meth hidden in a chemical shipment, valued at tens of millions of dollars. The seizure occurred during two encounters earlier this month.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in South Texas intercepted over 7,000 pounds of meth worth tens of millions of dollars from a chemical shipment. The drugs were found on a stake trailer being hauled by a truck.

The Port of Virginia is the second-busiest U.S. port for recovering stolen vehicle exports. U.S. Customs and Border Protection's centralized examination station at the port intercepts stolen vehicles and other items.

Avianca is relocating its operations at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport from Terminal 1 to Terminal 4 to accommodate increased flight activity and streamline operations. The airline's first flight from Terminal 4 will depart to Bogotá, Colombia, on Monday, with the move aimed at improving passenger flow and efficiency for international travelers.

President Trump initially sought to paint the border wall black, believing it would deter migrants by generating heat, but experts from U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Army Corps of Engineers opposed the plan due to cost and maintenance concerns. Trump later continued altering federal properties by ordering blue paint for the Reflecting Pool and white paint for the Eisenhower Executive Office Building to match the White House.

U.S. authorities seized 43,000 rounds of ammunition at the Mariposa Port of Entry in Nogales, Arizona, using non-intrusive technology to detect contraband. The operation involved U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and its Office of Field Operations (OFO), with 15,000 rounds found in one vehicle and 28,000 rounds of 7.62×39 ammunition in another.

A Pittsburgh man was arrested at Port Everglades after federal agents found child sexual abuse videos on his cellphone following a cruise ship disembarkation. Joseph Samuel Doria admitted to possessing and distributing the material, which included videos of toddlers being sexually abused, and faces federal charges for possession and transportation of child sexual abuse material.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized over 10,000 pounds of marijuana at the Port of Baltimore, hidden in a shipping container destined for Liverpool, England. The drug, valued at $24 million in the U.S., was discovered after a narcotics detection dog alerted authorities, with officials citing transnational criminal organizations targeting European markets for higher profits.

A new steel-bollard border wall project in Big Bend National Park, Texas, approved by former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, has sparked local concern. The $2.45 billion project includes contracts for Barnard Construction Co. and Fisher Sand and Gravel, with potential impacts on Presidio's flood control levee system.

Fifteen miles of buoy barriers have been installed along the Rio Grande in South Texas as part of U.S. Customs and Border Protection's 'Smart Wall' system, which the agency claims effectively prevents illegal immigration from Mexico. Border Report recently identified sections of these buoys in the region.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seized 133 pounds of cocaine from a Canada-bound commercial truck near the Blue Water Bridge. The drugs were concealed in cardboard boxes during a border inspection in Port Huron, leading to the seizure of the truck and trailer and the driver facing federal charges.

The Haskell Free Library and Opera House opened a new Canadian-side entrance after U.S. border officials required Canadians to use a checkpoint to access the U.S. portion of the building. The change followed tensions under President Donald Trump’s policies, including tariffs and rhetoric toward Canada, which have reduced Canadian tourism to Vermont. The library’s gesture symbolizes cross-border unity despite political challenges.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the U.S. Coast Guard intercepted a 30-foot migrant vessel near Desecheo Island, Puerto Rico, apprehending 40 migrants from the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Uzbekistan. The operation occurred on June 6 when the boat, initially appearing disabled, began moving toward Puerto Rico's shoreline before being intercepted.

A Ukrainian national who completed U.S. Air Force officer training was convicted of five counts related to a 3D printing operation for unregistered firearms and illegal gun parts. Authorities discovered a workshop with 3D printers and a CNC machine used to produce untraceable weapons, including short-barreled rifles, shotguns, and silencers.

U.S. Senate Democrats Ron Wyden and Edward Markey have criticized the Trump administration for failing to refund over $145 billion in tariffs deemed unlawful by the U.S. Supreme Court. They demanded the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner expedite refunds to small businesses for tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Senate Democrats Ron Wyden and Edward Markey accused the Trump administration of delaying refunds for over $145 billion in tariffs ruled unlawful by the Supreme Court. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection has only refunded about $20.6 billion, leaving tens of billions unreturned, impacting small businesses that paid tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Senate Democrats Ron Wyden and Edward Markey accuse the Trump administration of delaying refunds for over $145 billion in unlawful tariffs, with only $20.6 billion processed. The Supreme Court ruled President Trump's global tariffs illegal, but the administration has faced criticism for slowing the refund process, leaving small businesses waiting for repayment.

U.S. Senate Democrats Ron Wyden and Edward Markey criticized the Trump administration for failing to refund over $145 billion in tariffs deemed unlawful by the U.S. Supreme Court. They demanded the Customs and Border Protection Commissioner expedite refunds to small businesses affected by the tariffs, which were ruled illegal in a February 2025 decision. Only $20.6 billion has been refunded, with $85 billion in processing and over $60 billion unprocessed.

U.S. Senate Democrats Ron Wyden and Edward Markey demanded the Trump administration refund over $145 billion in tariffs ruled unlawful by the Supreme Court, citing delays in processing payments to small businesses. The Trump administration has refunded only $20.6 billion, with $85 billion in processing and $60 billion unprocessed, according to court documents.

U.S. Senate Democrats Ron Wyden and Edward Markey demanded the Trump administration refund over $145 billion in tariffs deemed unlawful by the U.S. Supreme Court, criticizing delays in processing refunds for small businesses. The administration has only returned $20.6 billion, with $85 billion in processing and $60 billion unaddressed, despite court orders requiring repayment.

President Trump promoted the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a showcase for American unity, but visa restrictions and immigration enforcement concerns have suppressed international participation and bookings. Incidents like denied entries for a Somali referee, an Iraqi striker, and a photographer, along with fears of ICE presence at games, have highlighted tensions between Trump's 'America First' agenda and hosting a global event.

A federal judge is evaluating whether to order the U.S. government to expedite and expand its tariff refund system after the Supreme Court ruled President Donald Trump's higher duties on global goods were illegal. The Justice Department disputes a court order requiring refunds for all companies, not just those involved in lawsuits, while the Customs and Border Protection agency has launched a phased online system to process claims.

Officials in the Big Bend region are requesting U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Joint Task Force Southern Border to remove concertina wire placed along the Rio Grande in a floodplain in Presidio, Texas. The request is based on public safety concerns.

Officials in the Big Bend region are requesting U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Joint Task Force Southern Border to remove concertina wire installed along the Rio Grande in a floodplain in Presidio, Texas, due to public safety concerns during flooding.

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection official is set to testify about the government's refund process for $166 billion in tariffs deemed illegal by the Supreme Court. A court judge ordered expanded refunds, but the Justice Department argues only companies involved in lawsuits challenging the tariffs are eligible. The refund process has distributed $20.6 billion so far, with disputes ongoing over eligibility and speed.

A U.S. Customs official is set to testify about the government's plans for refunding billions in tariffs illegally imposed by President Donald Trump. The dispute centers on whether all businesses that paid the tariffs or only those involved in lawsuits can claim refunds, with the Justice Department arguing for the latter. The refund process, which has distributed $20.6 billion so far, remains contentious as courts debate the eligibility criteria.

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection official will testify in federal court about the government's plans to refund tariffs the Supreme Court ruled were illegally imposed by President Donald Trump. The article highlights disputes over eligibility for these refunds.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized Senate Republicans for passing a bill to fund U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) with $70 billion. The vote was largely along party lines, with one Republican opposing. Schumer accused Republicans of prioritizing funding for Donald Trump's initiatives, including a controversial $2 billion 'slush fund,' over measures to reduce costs for working families.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized Senate Republicans for passing a bill to fund ICE and Border Patrol with $70 billion, accusing them of prioritizing Donald Trump's interests over lowering costs for working families. The bill passed 52-47, with one Republican, Lisa Murkowski, voting against it. Schumer highlighted Republicans' refusal to permanently block Trump's $2 billion slush fund and their opposition to Democratic proposals to reduce housing, healthcare, and childcare costs.

An overcrowded migrant vessel carrying 240 people and taking on water was intercepted near the Turks and Caicos Islands by a joint operation involving the U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and local authorities. The vessel, claimed to carry Haitian nationals, was secured and towed to prevent a potential maritime disaster, with authorities warning against the dangers of illegal maritime migration.

A federal appeals court halted an order requiring the head of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to testify about tariff refunds. The Trump administration opposes the order, arguing a judge overstepped by compelling CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott to appear in a New York City courtroom.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Rodney Scott reported that 240 Haitian migrants were rescued from a sinking overcrowded boat in the Caribbean by CBP Air and Marine Operations, the U.S. Coast Guard, and international partners. Scott warned that illegal maritime migration is dangerous and emphasized that such attempts will not result in entry into the U.S.

Democrats criticized Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin during a Senate hearing for threatening to withdraw CBP officers from airports in sanctuary cities and for spending practices. Mullin defended himself against accusations, calling the criticisms 'outlandish' and 'flat wrong' as the Senate debates funding for immigration enforcement agencies.

Democrats criticized Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin during a Senate hearing over threats to withdraw border officers from airports in sanctuary cities, calling the plan 'insane' and warning of economic consequences. Mullin defended his actions, calling the criticism 'outlandish,' as the Senate debates funding for immigration enforcement agencies.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Dulles International Airport seized nearly $100,000 in unreported cash from two groups of travelers attempting to board flights to Brussels. The money was concealed in undergarments, a purse, and pants, though carrying large amounts of currency is legal if properly reported. Both groups were released without criminal charges, and CBP emphasized that the reporting requirement aims to detect potential smuggling, not restrict legitimate travel.